1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Concerto | 900i |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
